Tuesday 28th May 2024

Morning:

The day begins cool and cloudy with temperatures starting at 9°C and rising to 12°C by 9 AM. Expect light rain starting around 8 AM, with chances increasing to 77% by noon.

Afternoon:

Temperatures will reach a high of 16°C with consistent rain throughout the afternoon. Rain chances remain around 80% until 4 PM.

Evening:

Showers and possible thunderstorms in the evening, with temperatures remaining around 16°C before dropping to 13°C by midnight. Rain chances decrease to 24% by 9 PM.

Stay dry and prepared for a wet day ahead!

Half Term Event

Experience Ancient Greece at the Royal Armouries Museum

This May half term, the Royal Armouries Museum at Leeds Dock will be transformed by warriors from Ancient Greece, offering free live-action shows, combat demonstrations, craft workshops, and storytelling.

The event runs from 25th May to 2nd June 2024, with sessions in the morning (10 AM - 1 PM) and afternoon (1 PM - 5 PM). Activities include shield design, talks on Greek swords, and dramatic presentations like "The Gates of Fire."

Booking: Admission is free, but pre-booking is recommended.

Wednesday 29th May

May Half-Term Dance Day Camp

Join The Dance Lab Leeds for an exciting Dance Day Camp at Moor Allerton Sports & Social Centre, LS17 6EL. Kids will learn fun dance routines to current tracks, participate in creative arts and crafts, and enjoy games while making new friends.

The camp runs from 9 AM to 3 PM and costs £25 per child.

To book a place, visit the link below or email [email protected] for more information.

Sunday 2nd June

Enjoy a Day in the Dales Direct from Oakwood

Every Sunday until October, catch the Bus 874 from Oakwood Clock to Leeds at 8:57 AM. The bus takes you to Ilkley, Bolton Abbey, Grassington, Kettlewell, and Buckden, offering fantastic views from the double-decker on route 822 to Pateley Bridge from Grassington. Enjoy connections to Malham and Hawes at Ilkley, and to Pateley Bridge at Grassington.

Tickets are affordable with single journeys at £2, Rover Tickets at £10, and family tickets at £18. Available at Oakwood Library.

Chapel Allerton Community Market Expands

Big news! This month, the Chapel Allerton Community Market will be split across two venues: the Main Square and the primary school playground. Enjoy a variety of local makers, bakers, producers, street food vendors, and performers. New stalls include Yorkshire Pizzaco, Mario's Mobile Kitchen, Meanwood Microgreens, and more. The market takes place on the first Sunday of each month from 10 AM to 3 PM. Don't miss this family-friendly event and support local businesses!

Future Events

Car Boot Sale and Tournaments!

Don't miss out on the Car Boot Sale at Roundhay School Secondary Campus on Saturday, 29th June, from 9 AM to 12 PM.

Enjoy free entry, delicious treats from the café, and a chance to catch up with friends. Sellers can set up from 8:15 AM, with advance spots available for £5 or £8 on the day. The event will also feature invitation-only netball and football tournaments.

Hosted by Friends of Roundhay School (FORS).

Moor Allerton Elderly Care Events for the week

New Mobile Speed Cameras in Leeds

This week, mobile speed cameras have been deployed across Leeds by the West Yorkshire Police Camera Enforcement Unit to reduce road accidents.

These cameras are installed at core camera sites, known for high accident rates and speeding, and at community concern sites identified by local authorities and residents.

The cameras use lasers to measure vehicle speeds in all weather conditions. Below are some key locations in North Leeds:

30mph sites:

• A61 Wakefield Road/Leeds Road, Rothwell - between Middleton Lane and Leadwell Lane

• A65 Otley Road, Guiseley - between A6038 Bradford Road and B6153 Park Road

• King Lane, Leeds - between 200m North Alwoodley Lane to 50m North Ring Road

• Queenswood Drive, Leeds - between Queenswood Gardens and 229 Queenswood Drive

• Harewood Road, Collingham

40mph sites:

• A58 Easterly Road, Leeds - between Easterly Grove and Boggart Hill Drive

• A61 Harrogate Road, Alwoodley - between Fir Tree Lane and Alwoodley Lane

Happy Half Term!

We will be back next week with more school updates!

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Upcoming Matches for North Leeds Cricket Club

2nd XI Division 1:

- Match: Collingham & Linton CC 2nd XI vs. North Leeds CC 2nd XI

- Date and Time: 1st June, KO 12:30

1st XI Premier Division:

- Match: North Leeds CC 1st XI vs. Pool CC 1st XI

- Date and Time: 1st June, KO 12:30

Support our teams as they compete in these exciting fixtures. Good luck to both the 1st XI and 2nd XI!

Have a great day!

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